gold in them thar hills

The phrase 'gold in them thar hills' originates from the Gold Rush era, suggesting hidden opportunities for profit or benefit.

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Definition

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(idiomatic, informal)An expression indicating that a place or situation has potential for significant profit or benefit.

Example

  • Investors believe there's gold in them thar hills with the new tech startup.
  • The abandoned mine is rumored to still have gold in them thar hills.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "gold in them thar hills":

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